Aquatics

The Wabash County YMCA offers both private and group swim lessons designed to help swimmers of all ages build confidence, safety skills, and strong technique in the water. Lessons are led by trained YMCA swim instructors and follow a progressive skill-based curriculum.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private swim lessons provide one-on-one instruction tailored to your swimmer’s individual needs and skill level.

Pricing

• $60 for YMCA members
• $80 for non-members

What’s included

• Four one-hour private swim sessions
• Personalized instruction focused on your swimmer’s goals
• Flexible scheduling arranged directly with the instructor

How to get started

• Register at the Member Service Desk
• After registration, a YMCA swim instructor will contact you to schedule lesson times

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Group swim lessons follow the YMCA’s structured swim level curriculum and are designed to build skills in a small group setting.

Pricing

• $35 for YMCA members
• $50 for non-members

What’s included

• Eight week session of instruction*
• 45-minute lessons each week
• Placement by swim level to ensure appropriate skill progression

*Session Information.  Group swim lessons operate in scheduled eight-week sessions. Families are encouraged to register early to receive the full session experience. If space allows, participants may join after the session has started; however, session fees remain the same and lessons will conclude at the scheduled session end date.

How to get started

• Register through the YMCA
• Swimmers should select classes based on ability level
• Please note: Group swim lesson schedules and session dates vary throughout the year. Check back here for the most current group swim lesson offerings.

SWIM LESSON POLICIES

• Classes must be paid in full at the time of registration.
• A minimum of three participants is required for a group class to continue as scheduled.
• Classes with fewer than three participants will be canceled by 12:00 pm the day prior to the start date.
• Make-up classes are provided only if the YMCA cancels a class.
• There are no refunds for classes or sessions not attended.
• Depending on availability, registration may close at 5:00 pm the day prior to the class start date.

For more information, contact Daniel Hench, Aquatics Director | 260.563.9622 | aquatics@wabashcountyymca.org

Join us for our next CPR Course! Here at the YMCA, we offer American Red Cross certified CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Responding to Emergencies First Aid course.

During this American Red Cross certification course, candidates will learn the necessary skills to recognize and respond to emergencies. Whether your job requires the training, you work with youth, or you want to get certified, this class is for you!

Register for CPR Training Program

Daniel Hench, Director of Aquatics
Phone: 260-563-9622

Email: aquatics@wabashcountyymca.org

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

The Wabash County YMCA periodically offers American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification classes for individuals interested in becoming certified lifeguards and potential YMCA employees.

Upcoming Class Dates

• At this time, no certification classes are currently scheduled.
• Please check back for upcoming dates for our next Lifeguard Certification courses.

Eligibility

• Ages 15 and older
• Participants must be able to attend all required class sessions once dates are announced

Cost

• YMCA Members: $100
• Non-Members: $150

Employment Benefits

Individuals who become lifeguard certified and work for the YMCA may be eligible for:

• Free YMCA membership
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Training fees reimbursed after one year of employment
• Reduced program fees
• Flexible work schedules
• Opportunity to train as a swim lesson instructor
• Cross-training opportunities in other YMCA departments

Questions or Interest in Certification?

For more information or to be notified about upcoming certification classes, please contact:

Daniel Hench, Director of Aquatics
Phone: 260-563-9622 Email: aquatics@wabashcountyymca.org

REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE - SEARCH TRAINING PROGRAMS

All children ages 13 and under, who wish to swim in the Family or Lap Pool, must pass the swim band test.

Swim Test Requirements

1. To pass the swim test, a swimmer must be able to:
2. Jump into the deep end of the pool
3. Fully submerge, return to the surface, and immediately begin swimming
4. Swim in a horizontal position on the surface of the water
5. Swim ½ length of the lap pool using a front crawl stroke - no underwater swimming allowed
6. Tread water for 30 seconds
7. Resume swimming in a horizontal position on the surface
8. Float on their back for 10 seconds
9. Complete the test without appearing overly fatigued

Green Band – Strong Swimmer

Swimmers who successfully pass the swim test will be issued a green neckband.

Green Band Privileges

• Swimmers age 8 and over with a green band may swim in pool areas without an adult present

Red Band – Non-Swimmer

Swimmers who do not pass or decline the swim test are considered non-swimmers and will be issued a red neckband.

Red Band Requirements (Ages 8–13)

• Must wear a lifejacket at all times
• Must remain in water less than 5 feet deep
• May only enter deeper water when:
  • Wearing a lifejacket and
  • An adult (18+) is within arm’s reach

Red Band Requirements (Age 7 and under)

• Must wear a lifejacket at all times
• Must remain in water less than 5 feet deep
• Must have:
  • An adult (18+) within arm’s reach in the lap pool, OR
  • An adult (18+) present in the pool area in the family pool

Thank you for understanding that these rules are for your safety and complying. If you require a medical or religious exception please contact the Aquatics Office at 260.563.9622.

At the Y, your family’s health and well-being is our primary concern. That’s why we adhere to the following safety procedures when thunder, lightning and other signs of inclement weather strike near our pools. These procedures are recommended by the National Lightning Safety Institute, and the American Red Cross.

• When thunder or lightning is first noticed, pool activities will be suspended and all aquatic areas will be evacuated until 30 minutes after the last sign of thunder or lightning.

• The entire pool area, including the pool deck, will be closed. Current policies are based on best practices identified by the American Red Cross and require that the entire aquatics area be closed.

• All programs will be cancelled, including swim lessons and water aerobics classes. Paid programs will be rescheduled for a later date. Please check with a staff member for more information on programs that are rescheduled.

The pool area will be reopened 30 minutes after the last sign of thunder or lightning.